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41 Ugandans Evacuated From Iran Arrive Safely in Uganda

Henry Mugenyi | Jun 23, 2025

Dr Spire Kiggundu to Be Laid to Rest Wednesday in Kalisizo

Henry Mugenyi | Jun 23, 2025

Celebrated laparoscopic surgeon to be honoured in multi-day farewell beginning with requiem masses in Kampala on Monday.

Police Investigate Death of Renowned Gynaecologist Dr Spire Kiggundu

Henry Mugenyi | Jun 23, 2025

Pioneer of laparoscopic surgery in the country mourned as colleagues, friends, and family call for clarity and justice. He was said to have been abducted before...

Dr John Spire Kiggundu: Renowned Gynaecologist Found Dead

Henry Mugenyi | Jun 23, 2025

Medical fraternity pays tribute to a visionary who revolutionized reproductive health and minimally invasive surgery in Uganda

Fitness Apps,Smartwatches emerge as early heart disease detectors

Henry Mugenyi | Jun 17, 2025

Wearables and fitness apps however continue to offer a new approach: constant health monitoring in real time, personalised feedback, and nudges that encourage h...

Alliad Uganda Uplifts Mothers at Kawempe Hospital with Lifesaving Donations

Henry Mugenyi | Jun 17, 2025

We know that childbirth in Uganda can be tough, not just physically, but emotionally and financially. Our gesture is meant to ease that burden and remind mother...

Sseggona Returns NUP Forms, Shuts Down Defection Rumours

Henry Mugenyi | Jun 16, 2025

NUP is my party. The rest is background noise

NUP Nomination Window Nears Closure as Aspirants Rush Against Deadline

Henry Mugenyi | Jun 16, 2025

We are seeing a very high number of people picking forms. It reflects the trust that Ugandans have in our message and leadership

Uganda Increases Health Sector Budget to Shs 5.87 Tn in FY 2025/26

Henry Mugenyi | Jun 12, 2025

The increase signals renewed government focus on strengthening public health systems amid rising disease burdens, shrinking donor support, and growing national...

Uganda’s Health Budget Hits Historic High in FY 2025/26. But Is It Enough?

Henry Mugenyi | Jun 12, 2025

Over the past decade, health spending had typically hovered between 4–8%, far below the 15% Abuja Declaration target that African Union member states, including...

Among,Tayebwa Agree to Seek Second Terms in Top Parliamentary Positions

Henry Mugenyi | Jun 2, 2025

In the NRM, we build institutions and leadership step by step. When a team is performing and trusted by the party, it’s only natural to support them for continu...

NRM Kicks Off Expression of Interest Process for 2026 Elections

Henry Mugenyi | Jun 2, 2025

Any member vying for a parliamentary seat must pay a non-refundable fee of three million shillings

Uganda Launches Third National HIV Impact Survey, Expands to Include Non-Communicable Diseases

Henry Mugenyi | May 29, 2025

We rely on your integrity. The previous UPHIA revealed gaps in HIV case finding especially among men and youth which helped us refocus our national strategies....

Berlin Slams Uganda’s Claims Against Envoy as ‘Absurd’ Amid Defence Row

Henry Mugenyi | May 28, 2025

The German government expressed concern that the accusations could jeopardise years of cooperation between the two countries, especially in sectors such as defe...

GPP Rebrands as 'Democratic Front' Under Mpuuga’s Leadership

Henry Mugenyi | May 27, 2025

We have always stood for protecting the environment, but we also understand the need to evolve and expand our mission for the greater good of the country

Uganda has only five Fistula Specialists Amid Growing Burden

Henry Mugenyi | May 26, 2025

Training one fistula specialist takes years, but we have now embarked on building local capacity to respond to this public health burden

Court Grants Bail to 'Fake Doctor' Ssemanda Over Health Concerns

Henry Mugenyi | May 19, 2025

Ssemanda, who has been on remand for allegedly posing as a qualified medical doctor, was granted bail on medical grounds.

TB Crisis in Ugandan Prisons: Makerere University Researchers Call for Urgent Action Amid Alarming Prevalence

Henry Mugenyi | May 16, 2025

A rapid assessment from 2008 estimated the TB prevalence among people in prison (PIP) at 654 cases per 100,000 more than three times higher than the general pop...

Medical Association Demands Urgent Treatment for Tortured Eddie Mutwe

Henry Mugenyi | May 9, 2025

A team of UMA doctors who visited Mutwe at Masaka Central Prison on May 7 reported that he bore open wounds, bruises, and swelling, and showed signs of acute ps...

Uganda Virus Research Institute Named East Africa’s Centre of Excellence in Virology

Henry Mugenyi | May 9, 2025

Today is a very important and historical day for Uganda Virus Research Institute and Uganda at large

Pope Leo XIV: A New Chapter in the Church’s Global Leadership

Henry Mugenyi | May 8, 2025

In 1985, Prevost began his missionary work in Chulucanas, Peru. His dedication to the Church's mission led him to serve in various roles in Trujillo, including...

Pope Leo XIV and Pope Francis: A Shared Vision Shaped by Legacy and Mentorship

Henry Mugenyi | May 8, 2025

Born Robert Francis Prevost in Chicago, the future pope was a missionary priest in Peru before becoming bishop of Chiclayo a role that placed him in direct alig...

Newly Elected Pope Takes Name Leo XIV, Signaling Return to Social Doctrine Roots

Henry Mugenyi | May 8, 2025

The choice is widely seen as a signal of renewed focus on social justice, intellectual engagement, and the Church’s role in a rapidly evolving world.

New Pope: Who Is Leon in the Catholic Church?

Henry Mugenyi | May 8, 2025

While some may refer simply to "Leon" in Catholic contexts, it is typically a reference to this prominent saint, whose impact on the Church continues to resonat...

Uganda Declares End to Latest Ebola Outbreak

Henry Mugenyi | Apr 26, 2025

The declaration of the end of the outbreak comes after 42 days "without a new case since the last confirmed patient was discharged."

QCiL hosts annual free medical camp to mark World Malaria Day

Henry Mugenyi | Apr 25, 2025

This isn’t just about medicine, it’s about trust, proximity, and commitment

Uganda To Hold National Requiem Mass For Pope Francis At Rubaga Cathedral

Henry Mugenyi | Apr 23, 2025

The Pope has been a global beacon of humility, compassion, and justice. His spiritual leadership touched countless lives, including here in Uganda

Pope Francis Lies in Repose as World Prepares for Final Farewell

Henry Mugenyi | Apr 22, 2025

As tributes continue to pour in from every corner of the world, the atmosphere at the Vatican remains one of prayerful reflection.

Who Will Be the Next Pope?

Henry Mugenyi | Apr 21, 2025

The papal conclave a solemn and secretive gathering of cardinals will soon begin in the Vatican to elect the next spiritual leader of the world's 1.3 billion Ca...

NRM Sets 2025 Nomination Fees: Presidential Flag Bearer to Pay Shs. 20 Million

Henry Mugenyi | Apr 15, 2025

The NRM Electoral Commission has urged all interested candidates to act early and follow proper nomination protocols to ensure smooth preparations ahead of the...

U.S. Donates Lifesaving Ebola Treatments to Uganda Amid Outbreak Response

Henry Mugenyi | Apr 15, 2025

The United States’ donation of monoclonal antibodies is an important contribution to the global fight against Ebola, saving lives in Uganda, and making both Ame...

Managing the Third Trimester: What Expectant Mothers Need to Know

Henry Mugenyi | Apr 14, 2025

Many women experience heightened anxiety, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and backaches

Uganda Set to Commission Hoima Regional Blood Bank, Boosting National Blood Services

Henry Mugenyi | Apr 10, 2025

We are now able to process all blood and its products at the Hoima facility,” Abwooli confirmed, signalling a crucial leap forward in decentralising Uganda’s bl...

WHO Launches Global Guidelines on Meningitis Diagnosis, Treatment, and Care

Henry Mugenyi | Apr 10, 2025

Bacterial meningitis kills one in six of the people it strikes and leaves many others with lasting health challenges,” said Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO...

Uganda launches campaign to curb maternal, newborn deaths

Henry Mugenyi | Apr 8, 2025

Buyala Waste Site Sparks Fears of Another Kiteezi-Style Disaster

Henry Mugenyi | Apr 7, 2025

What happened in Kiteezi was a disaster born out of negligence and underfunding. And now they’re doing the same thing in Buyala—dumping waste without even the m...

Uganda Faces Global Mpox Surge Amid Declining Cases Elsewhere

Henry Mugenyi | Mar 31, 2025

Health Facilities Struggle Without Reliable Electricity

Henry Mugenyi | Mar 27, 2025

Global Health Leaders Unite to Combat Deadly Outdoor Air Pollution

Henry Mugenyi | Mar 27, 2025

WHO Launches Global Mental Health Guidance as Uganda Grapples with Rising Cases

Henry Mugenyi | Mar 27, 2025

Kawempe North MP-elect Nalukoola Demands Gazette Amid Delayed Confirmation

Henry Mugenyi | Mar 24, 2025

We have evidence of voter intimidation and irregularities that undermined the credibility of this election. We will explore all legal avenues to contest the res...

NRM Faces Internal Criticism Over Allegedly Inflated Party Registers

Henry Mugenyi | Mar 24, 2025

Bad Breath: A Warning Sign for Poor Oral Health?

Henry Mugenyi | Mar 24, 2025

Uganda Cancer Institute Launches PET-Centre to Boost Cancer Care

Henry Mugenyi | Mar 17, 2025

The Silent Struggle: Why Journalists Must Prioritise Mental Health

Henry Mugenyi | Mar 17, 2025

Journalists witness and report on some of the most difficult realities in society. Without proper mental health support, they risk severe emotional exhaustion,...

80% of Cancer Patients in Uganda Die Within the First Year

Henry Mugenyi | Mar 17, 2025

Uganda Rolls Out Historic Malaria Vaccine to Combat Deadly Disease

Henry Mugenyi | Mar 17, 2025

Tinkasimire Warns NRM Against Challenging Kawempe North By-election Loss

Henry Mugenyi | Mar 15, 2025

Tinkasimire, known for his independent stance despite being an NRM MP, warned that the ruling party’s continued disregard for urban voters was pushing them furt...

Low Voter Turnout in Kawempe By-Election: A Case of Intimidation and Poor Mobilisation?

Henry Mugenyi | Mar 14, 2025

A local resident, Sulaina Mbabazi, told the Nile Post: “I wanted to vote, but I saw what happened in Kayunga and other by-elections. I can’t risk my life when w...